Little Patuxent River near Savage
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 10.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 14.0 ft; major flooding begins at 20.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 14.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 20.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 25.4 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 18.7 ft on Jun 26, 2006 (historic crest)
- 18.5 ft on Jul 31, 2016 (historic crest)
- 18.0 ft on May 1, 2014 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 10.0 ft | Riverside trails begin to flood. Water also approaches fields off Bald Eagle Drive, and approach Brock Bridge Road. |
|---|---|
| 14.0 ft | Maryland State Route 198 (Laurel-Fort Meade Road) begins to flood. Water also begins to encroach on the Tipton Airport property. |
| 16.0 ft | Laurel-Fort Meade Road is covered by water. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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